Description
Discover the delightful Salmon Pasta with Garlic Cream, a quick and elegant dish perfect for any occasion. Combining tender salmon fillets, fresh broccoli, and fettuccine in a creamy lemon garlic sauce, this meal is ready in just 30 minutes. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special date nights, impressing your guests with its vibrant colors and decadent flavors. The recipe is versatile enough for novice cooks while offering enough depth to satisfy seasoned chefs. Enjoy a nutritious dish packed with protein and fiber that can easily be customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup prepared pesto
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot.
- Cook fettuccine until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare salmon by seasoning and placing it on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Toss broccoli in olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on the same baking sheet as the salmon.
- Bake both for about 12–15 minutes until salmon is flaky and broccoli is tender.
- In a skillet, melt butter and olive oil; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in flour; then whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, pesto, and salt until thickened.
- Combine pasta, roasted broccoli, flaked salmon, and adjust with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Consider using whole wheat pasta for added fiber. Experiment with different pesto flavors to customize your dish. Add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.